Affordable housing production lagging RHNA targets
Long Beach
Summary
The 2025 General Plan report shows the city has permitted only 6% of its affordable housing target this cycle, versus 43% of its market-rate target. Commissioners discussed using underutilized city-owned land near the airport, though FAA rules limit housing there.
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Last discussed Apr 2, 2026.
Impact analysis
Limited local funding for affordable housing was cited as a key constraint on meeting state targets.
Residents priced out of the market stand to gain if the city expands affordable housing incentives and land strategies.
Mentions & discussions (2)
Planning Commission - Apr 2, 2026
The 2025 General Plan report shows the city has permitted only 6% of its affordable housing target this cycle, versus 43% of its market-rate target. Commissioners discussed using underutilized city-owned land near the airport, though FAA rules limit housing there.
CSULB joins city, education partners to form Long Beach Housing Promise
CSULB joins city, education partners to form Long Beach Housing Promise California State University, Long Beach
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